Are dental offices required to have a practice act and policies?

• A. No policies are required
• B. Facilities must adhere to the statutes and rules of the Board and maintain compliant policies and procedures
• C. Policies are optional
• D. Policies are only for larger practices

Answer: (B)

Offices must operate under the Board’s rules, with written policies and procedures that reflect those requirements. The Board expects every dental facility to have documented policies guiding patient care, recordkeeping, infection control, informed consent, privacy, and staff conduct, and to keep these policies up to date so they stay compliant with the Florida statutes and rules governing dentistry. This creates a consistent, safe, and legally compliant practice across all office sizes. So, facilities are required to adhere to the statutes and rules and maintain compliant policies and procedures. The other options imply policies aren’t required, are optional, or are only for larger practices, which does not align with regulatory expectations.